Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2011 Proton Savvy?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2011 Proton Savvy?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2011 Proton Savvy?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2011 Proton Savvy vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

48% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2011 Proton Savvy reliable?

Based on MOT data from 157 vehicles, the 2011 Proton Savvy has a first-time MOT pass rate of 72.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2011 Proton Savvy?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2011 Proton Savvy are: Nearside Headlamp aim too low (42.5% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (41.7% of vehicles), Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (35.2% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2011 Proton Savvy?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Proton Savvy (2011)

157 real MOT outcomes analysed • 72.9% first-time pass rate

2011 Proton Savvy

CarHunch analysed 157 real MOT records for the 2011 Proton Savvy. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2011 Proton Savvy is notably less reliable than the UK average, with a first-time MOT pass rate of just 72.9% against the national 80%, and nearly half of these vehicles (47.8%) have recorded dangerous defects at some point—a serious concern for any prospective buyer. This suggests structural or safety issues beyond typical wear, making pre-purchase inspection essential.

These Savvys show relatively low mileage for their age at around 33,000 miles median, yet they're racking up an average of 3.67 failures and 16.7 advisories per test, indicating the problems aren't simply down to hard use. If you're considering one, budget for repairs before purchase and have a trusted mechanic inspect the brakes, suspension and undercarriage closely, since dangerous defects are the real red flag here.

We have limited data for the 2011 Proton Savvy — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

72.9%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

47.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.67

Over 12.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

33k

Middle half: 24k–45k

For context

These stats describe 157 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 157 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Lighting 42.5%

Nearside Headlamp aim too low

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Suspension & steering 41.7%

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play · Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play · Offside Rear Coil spring corroded · …

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Other issues 28.8%

Oil leak, but not excessive

Tyre wear 28.3%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 22.5%

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2011.

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Based on MOT data from 157 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 47.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2011 Proton Savvy vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

33,135

typical

24,049

low mileage

44,607

high mileage

Half of all 2011 Proton Savvy vehicles fall between 24,049 and 44,607 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 24,049 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 24,049–44,607 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2011 Proton Savvys sit.

⚠ Over 60,219 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2011 Proton Savvy — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 34% of 2011 Proton Savvys are still active.

Numbers are declining — 51 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (34% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

12.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.67

Avg failures per vehicle

16.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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